Rochelle White

Welcome

Bio

Rochelle White is a multifaceted innovator, blending roles as a Business Owner, Creative Director, Producer, Teacher, and Transdisciplinary Artist. With a deep-seated passion for entrepreneurship, storytelling, art, and fitness, she holds a BA in Behavioral Health and an MBA in Business Administration, seamlessly integrating her diverse expertise into ventures like Mindz Productions, Paint Juicy Apparel, and ExhilaFit®.

Her dedication to wellness and health transcends sectors, reaching into schools, workplaces, and the creative sphere. Originating with Creative Mindz Yoga in 2012, her venture has evolved into ExhilaFit®, boasting over 11 years of expertly crafted fitness, meditation, and wellness programs. Rochelle excels at cultivating relationships among teachers, organizations, and stakeholders while actively promoting wellness through the ExhilaFit® Multi-Aspect Mindfulness Meditation (M.A.P.) Curriculum and fitness workshops.

In the realm of filmmaking, Rochelle directs and produces impactful projects, including mindful animations and social justice documentaries. Notable works, like “P.S. I Can’t Breathe” (2015), have earned recognition from the Best Short’s Competition and selection in various film festivals. Additional contributions include “Where it Hurts!” (2020), “Layla’s Dilemma” (2017), and “Ekantika” (2021), along with participation in a Screening + Discussion for Middlemen Documentary hosted by Emergence Arts Gallery (2022).

MiddleMen Screening with Emergence Arts (2022)

Beyond the screen, Rochelle’s artistic prowess shines through paintings exhibited at esteemed venues, including the Museum of the City of New York (2021) and the National Liberty Museum in Philadelphia (2021). She has actively engaged in shows like ‘There Is Still Art, There Is Hope: the Women’s Showcase’ (2022) and Strange Days Indeed (2022), hosted by Emergence Art Gallery.

Rochelle’s involvement in the art community extends to a residency with Emergence Arts Gallery and her contribution to the New York Responds Exhibit (2020) & (2021), hosted by Escape Artist in Partnership with the NY Mayor’s Office, and The Art of Femme (2023).

With unwavering commitment to excellence, Rochelle White continues to shape narratives, inspire audiences, and drive meaningful change through her visionary work at the intersection of art, film, entrepreneurship, and wellness.

Quick Look

Rochelle teaching ExhilaFit® Mindful M.A.P. hosted by Table of Kingz (2024)

Social Change Advocate: Utilizing multimedia to challenge oppressive narratives and promote intrinsic human value, love, and personal development.

Educational Innovator: Creating the ExhilaFit® Multi-Aspect Mindfulness Meditation M.A.P curriculum to teach mental and emotional health concepts, fostering resilience and healing.

Personal Journey: Drawing from personal experiences to navigate challenges and inspire hope, emphasizing the potential for change through entrepreneurship, art ,and storytelling.

Entrepreneurial Visionary: Recognizing the power of entrepreneurship, recreation, music, and the arts in overcoming adversity, and inspiring others to find their voice and believe in their potential. 

Transdisciplinary Leader: Demonstrating outstanding leadership and problem-solving abilities across disciplines, empowering individuals to overcome obstacles and expand their perspectives through workshops, art, and films. With a background in counseling and a deep understanding of the interplay between mood, behavior, relationships, and financial adversity, she employs a transdisciplinary approach to innovate across disciplines. This enables her to empower individuals to surmount obstacles and broaden their horizons through workshops, art, and films. Check out my full artist statement (here).

Collection Highlight: Beyond The Moment

Beyond the Moment- Where Art and Social Awareness Meet!

Art wields immense power, as seen in Beyond the Moment in this curated collection that taps into this inherent strength in these portraits meant to ignite curiosity about remarkable individuals. Their transformative impact on communities, families, and societal progress resonates deeply. These individuals are advocates, spreading messages of love, hope, and empathy, fostering unity to uplift ideals such as equality, human rights, freedom, and dignity. Each portrait’s commentary unveils intricate narratives, forging connections that transcend time.

Colin Kaepernick gained national attention by taking a knee during the National Anthem, shedding light on systemic human rights issues faced by black and brown Americans. While football is a beloved American pastime, the disparity in treatment between players and law enforcement contradicts the ideals of a truly free and equal society that civil rights leaders envisioned. Kaepernick's silent protest aimed to amplify the voices of the marginalized, emphasizing the need for collective listening and support. Today, engaged in media, publishing, and his nonprofit, "The Colin Kaepernick Foundation," he continues to empower Black and Brown youth, striving to create positive change in the face of inequality and injustice.
Julian Assange is wrongly imprisoned for reporting on a war crime which he disseminated factual information after it was shared via a whistleblower. Our press is not free but wrong doers with enough means are free from the press.
Snowden was exiled because he whistle blew about national privacy concerns re: the limitless unconstitutional surveillance of civilians. On Sept 2, 2020 a Fed court ruled in US v. Moalin, that the U.S. intelligence agency's mass surveillance program exposed was illegal.
Frida Kahlo Portrait

Podcast Guest

If you like chess or just want to apply some of the concepts to your relationships, business, or investing life, check out this podcast below with Minds of Chess.

The guest is Rochelle ( www.iamrochelle.com ) from the Prospect Chess Club ( https://www.prospectparkchessclub.com

Topics covered: What her experience has been like in the community, as a chess-player and a woman. Also, how she uses chess with investing, business, relationships and overall self-development.

 

M. Baba, as co-host.
 

Note: Apologies for the audio issues.

Thanks for listening!

In this episode my guest, Rochelle and I discuss the importance of staying mentally healthy by knowing where we are weak and how to get stronger, in chess and life.

Thanks for listening.

Let's create space together!

Workshops
  • Mindfulness Meditation (Includes developing the space and meditating together)
  • ExhilaFit® Multi-Aspect Mindfulness Meditation M.A.P. (Trauma-Informed Focus available)
  • Re-Write Your Story
  • Documentary and Film-making – Approaches and Lessons
  • ExhilaFit® Mindful M.A.P. 360 Work/Life Balance
  • Yoga and Fitness Classes
  • Mindful Nutrition Workshops (Includes cooking in a group**)
  • Re-Shape Your Health On A Budget
  • Art as a tool for teaching.
  • DIY ‘Zine’ publications on the whim!
  • Up-cycle old Clothes with Fabric Paint.
  • Discover the Power of the Resources You Already Have.
  • Gratitude Workshop
    **Instructor With Food Handler Certificate On Premise
Conversation Room Series & Podcasts (Engaged Group Discussion)
  • Conversation: Women in Business and Leadership.
  • Conversations About God (Christian Perspective with Bible References).
  • Conversation: Economic Impact of the ‘Criminal Justice’ System & Discussion on How To Heal Communities Adversely Impacted (Includes MiddleMen Documentary Scene – Film Screening).
  • Conversation: CompStat Vs. Community: How Does Police Accountability & Policy Impact Marginalized Communities? (Includes MiddleMen Documentary Scene – Film Screening).
  • Conversation: An Artist World, The Ups and Downs of Mental and Emotional Health & Exploring Healthy Coping Skills To Manage These Ups and Downs.
  • Conversation: The Filmmaker’s Dilemma – To Continue or Not Continue, Managing Doubt When Things Get Tough.
  • Conversation: Chess is Life – Strategies for Relationships and Business Inspired by The Game of Chess.
  • Topic discussions that fall with in finance, entrepreneurship, markets and lifestyle.

ExhilaFit® Multi-Aspect Mindfulness Meditation M.A.P.
Curriculum & Program Workshops Facilitated By Rochelle White

ExhilaFit® Multi-Aspect Mindfulness Meditation (M.A.P.) is a transformative program that empowers individuals to embark on a journey of healing and personal growth. This trauma-informed approach combines mindfulness meditation, creative expression, and introspective exercises to cultivate self-awareness, emotional regulation, and resilience. In a safe and supportive environment led by skilled instructors, participants gain tools to manage stress, foster meaningful connections, and rewrite their life narratives.

Through a mindfulness and meditation framework, ExhilaFit® integrates art, writing, cooking, self-esteem building exercises, journaling, and music into its workshops. These expressive outlets allow individuals to explore their emotions, gain a deeper understanding of themselves, and embrace their inner creativity, leading to a transformative and enriching experience.

Benefits

Program Focus

Workshops

  • Personal growth, self-discovery, and self-compassion.
  • Enhanced Emotional resilience and regulation.
  • Stronger relationships through healthy communication and boundaries.
  • Reduced stress, anxiety, and improved emotional regulation.
  • Greater self-awareness and creativity exploration.
  • Mindfulness and stress reduction techniques.
  • Self-exploration and challenging negative beliefs.
  • Developing effective communication for healthy relationships.
  • Building skills in self-awareness, compassion, and regulation.
  • Guided meditations and breath-work.
  • Self-awareness and emotional regulation exercises.
  • Group discussions and team building.
  • Mindful exploration through creative expression.

 The program empowers participants to explore ways to reduce stress, build emotional resilience, strengthen relationships-including the most important relationship-the one with ‘self’, and control their perspective.

 To learn more about the program and upcoming workshops, visit www.exhilafit.com or contact Rochelle, the program facilitator, creator, and coordinator, at info (@) exhilafit (.) com.

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